ROCHESTER — A Somersworth firefighter was arrested last week in Rochester in connection with an alleged domestic violence incident.

Parks Christenbury, 36, of Rochester, was arrested March 24 on a second-degree assault charge, a Class B felony, for allegedly engaging in strangulation of someone who was known to him.

Christenbury is also facing a Class A misdemeanor simple assault charge for allegedly pushing the same person.

Rochester police say the incident happened March 23 at a Lambert Court home in Rochester. Police learned about the incident through a report by the alleged victim, said Rochester Police Capt. Paul Toussaint.Somersworth Fire Chief Keith Hoyle said Wednesday the charges Christenbury is facing, and the alleged offense, have no bearing on his ability to perform his duties as a firefighter. He said there was no disciplinary action required in connection with the case.

Toussaint said bail for Christenbury was set at $10,000 personal recognizance bail after his arrest last week. He is also prohibited from having contact with the alleged victim as part of his bail conditions.

Christenbury's arraignment has been scheduled for April 22 at Rochester Circuit Court.